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Vietnam, mainland China among top Lunar New Year destinations for Hong Kongers
South China Morning Post, Published on 13/02/2026
» South Korea, Japan, Vietnam and mainland China are emerging as popular Lunar New Year destinations for Hong Kongers this year, as residents take advantage of a calendar arrangement allowing them to enjoy nine consecutive days off by taking just two days of leave.
Malls bet big on New Year blowout
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 19/12/2025
» Large malls are ramping up investments in New Year countdown events across Bangkok and nationwide to spur year-end spending among locals and foreign tourists, with leading players Central Pattana Plc (CPN) and The Mall Group aiming to attract a combined audience of 1.6 million at their flagship celebrations.
New Year countdown events on track
Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 30/10/2025
» Thailand’s New Year countdown events will continue as usual, but the iconic fireworks show usually staged at Wat Arun in Bangkok will move to the northern province of Phayao in an effort to promote second-tier destinations, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).
River cruise bookings sink amid mourning
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 28/10/2025
» River cruise operators in Thailand are reporting a cancellation rate of 30 to 40% after the Vijit Chao Phraya illumination festival was postponed for the mourning period for Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the late Queen Mother, while hotels are urging authorities to provide detailed guidelines to prevent people from cancelling their New Year celebrations.
Hong Kong to welcome 1.5 million mainland Chinese visitors for National Day break
South China Morning Post, Published on 19/09/2025
» Hong Kong can expect 1.5 million mainland Chinese visitors over the National Day "golden week" break, a 10% rise from last year, a tourism industry leader has said, with the city set to offer celebratory discounts, ranging from transport to movie tickets, for the occasion.
Trump announces set of tariff rates with new deadline, Thailand faces 36% levy
Bloomberg, Published on 08/07/2025
» US President Donald Trump unveiled the first in a wave of promised letters that threaten to impose higher tariffs rates on key trading partners, including levies of 25% on goods from Japan and South Korea beginning Aug 1.
Shares advance on optimism about China-US talks
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee & Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 03/05/2025
» RECAP: Asian shares rose to the highest level in a month and US equity-index futures advanced yesterday after China said it is evaluating trade talks with the US, boosting optimism that tariff tensions will cool.
Bourse extends trading hours for linked DRs
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 30/04/2025
» The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) is extending the trading hours for depositary receipts (DRs) linked to US and European securities, allowing trading during both daytime and nighttime sessions starting May 6.
Iconsiam unveils countdown details
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 15/11/2024
» Iconsiam is set to host the "Amazing Thailand Countdown 2025", featuring famous singer Lalisa headlining its New Year celebration.
Passengers in Hong Kong complain about poor service after Cathay Pacific cancels 48 flights
South China Morning Post, Published on 03/09/2024
» HONG KONG: Hong Kong passengers affected by Cathay Pacific Airways' flight cancellations complained about poor customer service and confusion, even as the flag carrier's check-in counters operated as usual on Tuesday morning.